The Umayyads of Al-Andalus and the Abbasids of Persia Competed

question 58

Multiple Choice

The Umayyads of Al-Andalus and the Abbasids of Persia competed for dominance through:

• A)constant violent warfare.
• B)a cold war,occasionally interrupted by brief proxy wars over disputed territories.
• C)the constant creation and negotiation of alliances.
• D)trying to surpass each other in support of literary and artistic production.
• E)trying to conquer as much territory as possible.

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Definitions:

Brainstem Structures

The lower part of the brain that connects the cerebrum with the spinal cord and controls basic life functions such as breathing.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, associated with instincts, moods, and emotions.

Anterior Thalamus

A part of the thalamus located towards the front of the brain, playing a role in relaying sensory information and in the regulation of consciousness and sleep.

Medial Forebrain Bundle

A neural pathway in the brain that connects the brainstem to various structures in the forebrain, involved in the mediation of reward and pleasure.